Dry Ingredients:

• 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

Wet Ingredients:

• 2 large eggs
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Additional Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups finely grated carrots
• 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

For Cream Cheese Frosting:

• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt